Very Good
#2330 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 24% in state
Wisdom Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
1125 East 74th St., Los Angeles, CA 90001
Enrollment
672
Student-Teacher
20.4:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
672
Student-Teacher
20.4:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,330 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#202 of 563
public schools
In district
#255 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Wisdom Elementary
Wisdom Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Wisdom Elementary serves approximately 672 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 20.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Wisdom Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,330 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Wisdom Elementary show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Wisdom Elementary runs 20.4:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
31% of students at Wisdom Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Wisdom Elementary — Students at Wisdom Elementary score 28% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.8/10.
How Wisdom Elementary Compares
See how Wisdom Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1125 East 74th St., Los Angeles, CA 90001
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wisdom Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dr. Lawrence H. Moore Math Science Technology Academy (rated 8.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Russell Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Parmelee Avenue Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90001 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,751
Median Home Value
$513,300
Median Rent
$1,471/mo
Population
56,403
College Educated
7%
Homeownership
35.6%
Avg Commute
35.7 min
Poverty Rate
20.5%
Median Age
31.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wisdom Elementary
What grades does Wisdom Elementary serve?
Wisdom Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Wisdom Elementary?
Wisdom Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 672 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wisdom Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Wisdom Elementary is 20.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wisdom Elementary rank in CA?
Wisdom Elementary ranks #2,330 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Wisdom Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Wisdom Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Wisdom Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wisdom Elementary has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
Is Wisdom Elementary a charter school?
No, Wisdom Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wisdom Elementary a Title I school?
No, Wisdom Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wisdom Elementary?
96.6% of students at Wisdom Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 672
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.4%
- Phone
- (323) 586-5760
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #255 of 769
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